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Korean firms struggle to enter halal market
South Korean firms have been eyeing the ever-expanding halal market for some years now, but technical difficulties in receiving certifications and lack of expertise in attracting buyers continue to remain major hurdles.
Why fixing food systems is crucial for meeting the Sustainable Development Goals
Faced with such a plethora of commitments, policymakers should look to fixing global food systems as a treasure trove of opportunity.
Indonesia shares its Halal Tourism Experience at MIHAS
To improve Indonesia’s positioning in Halal tourism, the team focused on improving the destination’s competitiveness and offerings by improving existing attractions and accessibility.
The South African Halal tourism gets a much needed boost
Guided holiday operator Trafalgar partners with local faith-based travel business, Tayyib Travel, ahead of its first guided travel itinerary – tailored to the needs of Muslim travellers.
Matrade halal expo grows from tent to trade fair with 1,000 exhibitors
The halal exhibition organised by the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) has grown by leaps and bounds since its inception in 2004.
Malaysia: Blockchain-powered HADIC to empower halal industry
The developer behind the Global Halal Data Pool as well as the Verify Halal app, recently announced the launch of a blockchain-powered Halal digital chain, HADIC.
Uzbekistan presented at Malaysia International Halal Showcase
The Embassy of Uzbekistan in Malaysia also attended this exhibition with the National stand, where the products of food industry of the country were presented.
Popular discontent rises in Brunei as economy falters
The country has been courting Chinese investments to try to diversify its economy, but the younger Bruneians will not enjoy the same benefits as previous generations.
Qatar Chamber supports promotion of global halal trade
They also reviewed the experience of the company in organising such events and how the chamber could benefit the upcoming Qatar edition.
SDGs: Goals of ending poverty, inequality doomed without financial fix, U.N. says
Marketplaces for industries such as digital technology must not be concentrated in only a few parts of the world because tight control can depress competition and stagnate wages, said Navid Hanif.
Indonesia Halal Economy and Strategy Roadmap 2018/2019 Launched!
With the largest Muslim population in the world, Indonesia aims to be the Engine of the Global Halal Economy. They have produced with DinarStandard their Halal Economy & Strategy Roadmap.
Saudi Arabia eager to tap into $2.1trn global market for halal products
The Kingdom, along with other Middle Eastern countries, is looking to develop business links with Malaysia which has become one of the world leaders in the halal industry.
Malaysia: MIHAS 2019 plays bigger role for growth on Halal Industry globally
Malaysia boasts a comprehensive ecosystem for the Halal industry development: Chairman MATRADE
Malaysia: World Halal Conference Reinforces Malaysia’s Position as a Global Halal Hub
Presenting the theme “Fostering A Robust Halal Economy: Global Integration and Ethical Practice”, WHC 2019 provided a platform for global halal policymakers and stakeholders to share their experiences.
Malaysia: Halal Cluster Network with Halal clusters in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Spain
First MOUs signed for groundbreaking collaboration under the Halal Cluster Network with halal clusters in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Spain during MIHAS.
Opinion: The role of women in urban development as planners, builders, city dwellers, is crucial
There is a significant danger in misinterpreting the 17 Sustainable Development Goals as separate disciplines that need to be dealt with one by one and in isolation.
Is it time for the hospitality sector to align to the SDGs?
The Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) has called on the food industry to follow the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in order to achieve the innovation required.
Infrastructure needed to achieve 72% of sustainable development goal targets
UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 – global targets relating to poverty, health, the environment, peace and justice – will rely on infrastructure systems.
Malaysia: Islamic finance should be the next step for Halal Trade sector
World Halal Conference discussed the industry’s needs and build new capabilities. Ensuring that Islamic finance is complied with should be the next step forward for the Halal trade industry.
Malaysia to enhance halal certification system in push towards global hub
Wan Azizah highlighted that the academy has led to the introduction of a halal journal, a compendium of international researches within the halal supply chain in the relevant industries.
